grateful

I am so very grateful for...

my boys, who teach me every day what life is REALLY all about • the excitement of Christmastime • naps • my family's health • childhood innocence • date nights • the smell of our Christmas tree • old friends • new friends who love us as if we were old friends • bedtime prayers • a full night's sleep (if that exists) • the fireplace on a snowy day • oust & germ-x • pee-peeing on the potty • a fresh pot of coffee in the morning • my husband, who loves me unconditionally, is the yin to my yang and who thinks i'm beautiful even when i feel far from it • pinot grigio • story time • my parents, who would do anything for their girls and are their biggest fans • my voice, and a use for it • my god, for a multitude of things, including bringing me to this point in my life • my sister - her friendship and huge heart • aldi's • grandpa logan and his mad guitar/banjo skills • second (and third, fourth, fifth...) chances • my dad's sense of humor (is this a true story?) • troy's job • my mom's heart and limitless love • the ability to think outside the box • the sound of feet shuffling down the hall early in the morning • my church • my in-laws • the extra 35 weekly "cheat points" in weight watcher's flex plan • spanx • my brother-in-law, who has shown his family the importance of working hard and following your dream • my church • baby sitters • learning as you go • shan & bren • that fresh-from-the-bath baby smell • my creative, crazy family • kisses & bear hugs • the adventure that is life